Church Ministries (Seated and Online)

Accelerated online or seated courses within the Church Ministries program provides focused, quality adult learning in a convenient format. Students can expect 20 hours per week of reading, studying, research and writing. The program includes a balanced mix of courses in four areas: Bible and theology; Christian worldview; contextualization of biblical concepts, church ministry values and skills; and church leadership and administration.

The Church ministries program is designed for those who are interested in serving in a leadership position in a church as a pastor, staff member, or lay leader, or in a position at a Christian non-profit institution. Students who complete the Bachelor of Science in Church Ministries will have a thorough understanding of ministry in a church setting and will have completed the necessary course work to apply for credentials as a minister with the Assemblies of God.

Want to see exactly what classes you will take? The Program Plan (sometimes called a degree sheet) includes all specific requirements - including University proficiencies, Frameworks courses and degree requirements.

Learning outcomes describe the knowledge and skills you will have gained and be able to demonstrate by the end of this program. Download the pdf to view

Each of Evangel's academic programs is made up of a set of core curriculum, program requirements and electives. The courses listed below are just a small sample of courses that might be taken as a part of this specific program.

Introduction to Church Ministries

This course will allow students to identify their strengths and giftings in application to church ministries. Students will apply critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in the Church Ministries program.

Strategic Planning for Church Ministries

Examines the leader’s role in establishing and communicating a church’s vision, goals and objectives, and programs to accomplish the church’s mission. Practical instruction will be provided for creating a comprehensive and strategic church calendar, innovative service programming, and leading effective church ministry teams.

Public Speaking and Preaching

Preparation of public presentations for use in the church, including sermons, public Bible studies, devotional addresses, and storytelling. Attention to aids and reference sources, types and styles of public presentations in the church, and outlining and constructing public presentations for specific audiences and occasions.

Biblical Theology

Introduction to the major themes in the Old and New Testament with special attention to hermeneutical issues. Overview of Biblical Theology discipline.

Effective Leadership in the Church

An introduction to the biblical characteristics of the leader through examination of biblical examples of leadership from a biblical-theological approach. Attention given to leadership development, integrity, ethics, vision, Spirit-empowerment, servanthood, and mentoring.

Evangel University's world-class faculty is made up of caring, Christian professionals who are distinguished in their fields and dedicated to the development of tomorrow's Christian leaders.

Dr. Michael Jaffe provides leadership for Evangel’s School of Theology and Church Ministries as chair of the Church Ministries Department. Along with teaching Preaching and Church Leadership courses, Jaffe is a faculty representative on Evangel’s Board of Administration. Jaffe graduated from Central Bible College in 1976 with a degree in Biblical Studies. He pastored for 22 […] read more

Dr. Mark Wootton joined the Central Bible College (now Evangel University) faculty to teach church ministries courses in 2000. Prior to teaching, Wootton served as a church planter in Ohio and as a lead pastor in Arizona and Missouri. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, and raised in Cambridge, Ohio, Dr. Wootton attended Central Bible College and […] read more

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Applicants who have met the following criteria will be considered for admission to the Adult Studies program:

As a boldly Christian university, all of our students have made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.

Graduation from high school or the equivalent of a high school diploma such as the General Education Development (GED) examination.

A minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA in previous college courses. However, in some cases, a student with a weak academic record may be considered. To remain at Evangel, however, you must meet scholastic requirements.

Note: You do not need an associate of arts degree to apply to Evangel.

About Evangel

Evangel is an accredited, liberal arts university with more than 100 academic programs on the cutting edge of today's professional fields. Our commitment to the integration of faith, learning and life attracts students from a wide variety of Christian denominational backgrounds who have a strong commitment to academics with a desire to combine their Christian faith with every aspect of their lives.